1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Skoda 1202 (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 323 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
